9.2.2 Roles and responsibilities of council staff
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By convention, council staff (other than the Mayoral Office’s political staff) are expected to be apolitical. That is, staff must maintain political impartiality at all times [1]. This is particularly important when giving advice and information to the council and the public.
- The advice given by staff to decision-makers is expected to meet Auckland Council's Quality Advice Standards [2]. The standards describe what good advice looks like in practice: it focuses on the decision-maker, includes credible options and analysis, and is simple and concise.
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Council staff are also expected to comply with all applicable policies and must be [3]:
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Professional, impartial, ethical and honest – this includes acting lawfully and in accordance with the council’s policies, disclosing potential conflicts of interests, and acting honestly and ethically.
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Respectful and courteous – this includes ensuring that language and behaviour are not threatening, offensive, abusive, harassing or bullying; protecting the privacy of individuals and maintaining confidentiality; and valuing and accepting diversity and treating all people with equity and fairness.
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Accountable, trustworthy and responsible custodians of Auckland’s assets and funds – this includes never misusing or misappropriating council or CCO property or funds; considering the safety and security of others and council or CCO property and resources; treating information with care and using it only for authorised and appropriate purposes; and abiding by the council’s Gifts and Inducements policy.
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Delegations
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Council employees act under the chief executive’s delegated authority.
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The details of these delegations to staff are set out in the Chief Executive’s Delegation Register.
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